A review by percervall
Beartown by Fredrik Backman

emotional reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I really enjoyed Backman’s writing style. The omnipresent narrator made it easier to keep track of the characters but also helped identify the characters’ motives and inner workings. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual assault, Misogyny, Violence, Suicidal thoughts, Sexism, Rape, Injury/Injury detail, and Grief

Moderate: Child death, Child abuse, Homophobia, and Xenophobia